South Africa’s logistics and industrial property sector is shifting towards higher-performance, more efficient space. As supply chains evolve and businesses demand greater efficiency, resilience and sustainability, the need for modern, high-quality logistics space has never been greater. Growthpoint Properties is responding decisively to this trend, advancing a new generation of logistics parks that reflect both current market realities and future requirements.
Three developments in particular – Noka Park in Gauteng, Indlovu Logistics Park in Cape Town, and Tecoma Park in KwaZulu-Natal – show how strategic site selection, thoughtful design and sustainability-led thinking are shaping the next phase of industrial property in South Africa.
A market driven by quality and performance
Across the country, industrial property demand is shifting towards a clear “flight to quality”. Tenants are increasingly moving away from older, less efficient facilities in favour of purpose-built, technologically enabled warehouses that support modern logistics operations.
E-commerce growth and faster supply chains require facilities that handle higher volumes with speed and precision. At the same time, tenants are prioritising sustainability, operational cost efficiency and energy resilience – especially in an environment where power security remains a concern.
Against this backdrop, Growthpoint has repositioned its logistics and industrial portfolio as a key growth engine, focusing on premium assets in high-performing nodes. The company’s latest developments reflect this strategy in action.
Noka Park sets the benchmark in Gauteng
Located in the Riverfields logistics hub near OR Tambo International Airport, Noka Park represents a significant step forward for logistics infrastructure in South Africa’s economic heartland.
Developed in partnership with Feenstra Group, the R700-million precinct is designed to deliver more than 52 000 m² of high-performance warehouse space across four buildings. Its location, just 3 km from the airport and with direct access to the R21 highway, positions it as a critical node for both national and international distribution.
Noka Park is explicitly tailored to modern operational demands. Facilities incorporate 12-metre clear heights, FM2-grade flooring and a mix of dock and on-grade access, enabling efficient goods handling at scale and supporting modern racking and distribution requirements. Importantly, the design also accommodates flexibility, with warehouse sizes suited to both mid-sized and large-scale operators.
The development also reflects a broader shift towards smarter, more sustainable logistics environments. Solar-ready infrastructure, LED lighting and energy-efficient design features are integrated from the outset, while the precinct itself is embedded within an environmentally sensitive area that includes preserved grasslands and natural water systems.
In many ways, Noka Park sets a clear benchmark for logistics space in South Africa: scalable, efficient and future-ready.
Indlovu Logistics Park unlocks scarce industrial land in Cape Town
While Gauteng remains the country’s economic core, the Western Cape has emerged as one of South Africa’s most supply-constrained industrial markets. It is in this context that Indlovu Logistics Park is taking shape.
Situated in Montague Gardens, one of Cape Town’s most established and sought-after industrial nodes, the development is transforming the site of a former PPC facility into a modern logistics hub. With opportunities for well-located industrial land in the area increasingly scarce, the project represents a strategic redevelopment play.
The R578-million development will deliver approximately 38 600 m² of gross lettable area across nine maxi-units. These units are designed for flexibility, ranging from around 3 900 m² to 4 600 m², with the ability to combine into larger configurations – even up to a single 38 000 m² facility.
Location remains one of Indlovu’s defining strengths. With access to major arterials including the N1, N2, N7 and key regional routes, the park enables efficient distribution across Cape Town, its port and airport, and broader regional markets.
The design reflects a strong focus on operational efficiency. Features such as nine-metre eaves heights, generous yard depths, dock levellers and weather-protected loading areas support seamless logistics operations.
Sustainability is equally embedded, with solar PV systems, natural lighting solutions, water harvesting and energy-efficient lighting all incorporated. These elements not only reduce environmental impact but also enhance cost efficiency and resilience for tenants.
Indlovu Logistics Park demonstrates how redevelopment of legacy industrial sites can unlock new value while meeting the evolving expectations of modern occupiers.
Tecoma Park strengthens KwaZulu-Natal’s logistics backbone
KwaZulu-Natal’s strategic importance as a logistics gateway, anchored by Durban’s port and key transport infrastructure, continues to support strong demand for industrial space. Tecoma Park is Growthpoint’s latest response to this opportunity.
Currently under development in Cornubia, one of the province’s fastest-growing economic hubs, the R392-million project will deliver 36 830 m² of A-grade logistics space across eight units. Its proximity to key infrastructure, including King Shaka International Airport and Durban Harbour, reinforces its role within regional and national supply chains.
The park is designed to combine efficiency with flexibility. Units range from approximately 2 800 m² to over 5 000 m² and can be combined into larger configurations to meet tenant demand. Contemporary layouts ensure clear separation between truck movement, industrial operations and office functions, improving both safety and productivity.
As with Growthpoint’s other developments, sustainability is a core consideration. Solar installations, energy-efficient systems and natural lighting strategies are integrated alongside landscaped green spaces that enhance the user environment.
Importantly, Tecoma Park forms part of a broader investment strategy that prioritises coastal metros and high-growth nodes, reflecting confidence in KwaZulu-Natal’s long-term property fundamentals and continued tenant demand.
A national strategy taking shape
Taken together, Noka Park, Indlovu Logistics Park and Tecoma Park illustrate a cohesive national strategy: invest in prime locations, deliver best-in-class assets, and future-proof developments through sustainability and flexibility.
Each project responds to the dynamics of its region, reflecting Gauteng’s role as a logistics powerhouse, the Western Cape’s constrained land supply and KwaZulu-Natal’s port-driven economy. Across all three, the focus remains on quality, efficiency and long-term value.
For the construction and property sectors, these developments reflect a wider shift in how industrial space is conceived, designed and delivered, with closer alignment to modern supply chains and the realities of a changing economy.
As demand continues to evolve, it is clear that the future of logistics property will belong to developments that are not only well located, but also intelligently designed, operationally resilient and environmentally responsible. Growthpoint’s latest pipeline shows that this future is already taking shape.